Deputy Program Manager

Огляд

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries worldwide, partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.

Mercy Corps requires a strong Deputy Program Manager to support with ensuring the efficient and effective implementation of the LIVES 3.0 program in Ukraine. The Deputy Program Manager will work with the LIVES 3.0 Program Manager to coordinate amongst teams and ensure appropriate systems and support mechanisms are in place to track, analyze and report on results.

 

Обов'язки

Program Management :

• work with the Humanitarian Program Manager to support program startup, ongoing program management, and administration of teams across various field locations
• frequently travel between the different Mercy Corps offices and project sites, supporting the team and engaging in external coordination
• support program teams to ensure activities are coordinated according to the work plan and budget, and support in reviewing monthly partner reports and supporting documents
• guide program implementation that is responsive to communities and partners, and consistent with Mercy Corps’ relevant program guidelines, principles, values, and quality standards
• coordinate monitoring visits for the Humanitarian Program team with other departments, including operations and security departments
• ensure the program meets Mercy Corps’ Program Management Minimum Standards, including proper program documentation
• ensure program implementation is on time, target, and budget, using effective M&E systems to reach desired impacts
• provide budgetary support to the Humanitarian Program Manager, including participating in monthly budget vs actuals meetings, contributing to accurate monthly forecasting, and supporting the partnerships team and partners in developing and monitoring partner budgets
• ensure all interventions adhere to Mercy Corps’ Code of Conduct; Gender, Diversity, and Inclusion guiding documents; Core Humanitarian Principles and Do No Harm
• support with HR/Admin & Finance

Team Management :

• work with the Humanitarian Program Manager to facilitate progress team meetings and ensure work plans of the various departments are harmonized
• create and sustain a work environment of mutual respect where team members strive to achieve excellence, and cultivate resilience and well-being under challenging situations
• provide close supervision, including regular feedback and biannual performance management reviews, to direct reports

 Influence and Representation :

• identify, build, and manage collaborative partnerships with sub-grantees, donors, local governments, and other stakeholders
• demonstrate flexibility, resilience, and ability to maintain positive relationships and composure
• maintain high ethical standards and treat people with respect and dignity

Risk Management and Security :

• support program teams on risk management and mitigation
• adhere to MC safety policies and procedures and take responsibility for ensuring personal safety
• ensure compliance with security procedures and policies, working with the Partnerships Team to ensure duty of care to partners
• contribute to creating a secure environment for team members

Вимоги

• BA/BS or equivalent; MA/S preferred
• 3 to 5 years of experience in managing programs in emergency contexts, with a proven track record
• Project DPro Certificate required (or willingness to complete within the first months of joining)
• experience with partner-led programming and localization methodologies
• strong understanding of cash, NFI, and rapid response programming
• experienced in MS Office
• excellent oral and written English skills required
• Mercy Corps Core Humanitarian Competencies (as defined in the Humanitarian Capacity Framework) preferred

Умови

• work in Dnipro/Odesa/Mykolaiv/Kyiv
• full-time position